“Midfielder Willard Katsande has put pen to paper to confirm his stay at Naturena for another three seasons. The Zimbabwe international’s signature comes amidst much speculation about his future,” reads the statement on the Amakhosi website.

“Katsande’s new deal will run from 1 July 2017 until 30 June 2020. The hard-tackling midfielder possesses a South African permanent residence status,” the statement said.

Katsande has been an integral member of the Amakhosi squad for the past four seasons, and he continues to command a regular place in Steve Komphela’s team.

He helped the Glamour Boys win two league titles under former coach Stuart Baxter between 2013 and 2015, and since then, Katsande has hardly put his foot off the pedal.

"Since day one I have been happy here, and the club has taken good care of me whether playing or not playing. Deep down I always knew this is what I wanted because even though there were offers elsewhere I knew this is the place for me. I am all about leaving a legacy after my playing career and this massive club offers me that," added Katsande.